AniBiz Anime Licensing Platform Secures $6M Investment

Nakama has secured a US$6 million investment from major industry players TBS, Toei Animation, and TV Tokyo for AniBiz, its business-to-business marketplace dedicated to the global anime sector. The platform launched on July 2 with the goal of connecting intellectual property rights holders, such as studios and production committees, with qualified licensees including consumer brands, manufacturers, distributors, and game studios.

The service aims to streamline the complex licensing process by offering faster discovery and matchmaking capabilities compared to traditional methods. AniBiz features a database covering thousands of series and lists prominent partners like Aniplex, Pony Canyon, and Warner Bros. Japan. Subscription tiers range from a free basic profile option to a pro tier priced at US$49 per month for data access.